Ancient Roman Coin pendant with coin Septimus Severus - Neptune on reverse
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A modern silver pendant houses a genuine 209 AD Septimius Severus coin with Neptune reverse, offering wearable Roman history with verified provenance.
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Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Coins - symbols of power - struck in metal. From Emperors to Kings, rulers struck their image and ideals into coins, turning currency into one of history’s most enduring propaganda tools. These small objects passed daily through the hands of ordinary people, spreading messages of authority with every exchange.
Modern custom-made silver pendant with authentic ancient coin. The coin may be easily removed from the pendant frame if preferred.
The coin pendant will be delivered in a jewellery box, making it a perfect gift for anyone with an interest in history, archaeology or the ancient world.
Coin: AR denarius of Emperor Septimus Severus, struck Rome 209 AD.
Obverse: SEVERVS PIVS AVG, laureate head right.
Reverse: PM TRP XVII COS III P P, Neptune standing left, holding a trident, foot on globe.
Diameter pendant: ± 120,3 mm
Reference: RSC 529, RIC 228, Sear 6346
Condition: very fine condition, wearable. Signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
SEPTIMUS SEVERUS: seized power after the death of Pertinax in 193 AD ('Year of the Five Emperors'). He travelled to Britain in 208 AD and strengthened Hadrian's Wall. He is considered a strong and able ruler, the Roman Empire reached its greatest extent under his reign. He was succeeded by his sons Caracalla and Geta.
PM: Pontifex Maximus: Grand or Sovereign Pontiff
TRP XVII: Tribunicia Potestate XVII: holder of tribunician power for the 17th time.
COS III: Consul Tertium: Consul for the third time
P P (Pater Patriae): Father of the Nation. An honorary tile of the Roman Republic and Empire, bestowed by the Senate, usually after many years of successful rule. Not all Emperors were offered the title, and not all Emperors accepted.
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*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note, keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Coins - symbols of power - struck in metal. From Emperors to Kings, rulers struck their image and ideals into coins, turning currency into one of history’s most enduring propaganda tools. These small objects passed daily through the hands of ordinary people, spreading messages of authority with every exchange.
Modern custom-made silver pendant with authentic ancient coin. The coin may be easily removed from the pendant frame if preferred.
The coin pendant will be delivered in a jewellery box, making it a perfect gift for anyone with an interest in history, archaeology or the ancient world.
Coin: AR denarius of Emperor Septimus Severus, struck Rome 209 AD.
Obverse: SEVERVS PIVS AVG, laureate head right.
Reverse: PM TRP XVII COS III P P, Neptune standing left, holding a trident, foot on globe.
Diameter pendant: ± 120,3 mm
Reference: RSC 529, RIC 228, Sear 6346
Condition: very fine condition, wearable. Signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
SEPTIMUS SEVERUS: seized power after the death of Pertinax in 193 AD ('Year of the Five Emperors'). He travelled to Britain in 208 AD and strengthened Hadrian's Wall. He is considered a strong and able ruler, the Roman Empire reached its greatest extent under his reign. He was succeeded by his sons Caracalla and Geta.
PM: Pontifex Maximus: Grand or Sovereign Pontiff
TRP XVII: Tribunicia Potestate XVII: holder of tribunician power for the 17th time.
COS III: Consul Tertium: Consul for the third time
P P (Pater Patriae): Father of the Nation. An honorary tile of the Roman Republic and Empire, bestowed by the Senate, usually after many years of successful rule. Not all Emperors were offered the title, and not all Emperors accepted.
Seller's Story
Please read our information carefully.
*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note, keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/ Timeframe
209 AD (coin)
Name of object
Coin pendant with coin Septimus Severus - Neptune on reverse
Acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Previous owner - year acquired
2025
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
